| Re: Giant LAFree Lite electric bike - comments LONG
"Ralph" wrote:
> We're a late 50's couple who haven't ridden in many years who bought two of
> these about 3 months now and put on a bit over 300 miles so far. Bottom line
> is that I highly recommend them if this is your kind of bike. If you're a
> purist, don't read any further.
I guess I might be a 'purist' but I've long felt that if electric
bikes can get a few people out of their cars, then they have to be a
good thing. I really enjoyed reading your experiences.
> We normally ride with the power off on level ground up to about 20 miles
> at about 11 mph, turning the power on when going up hills or into a stiff
> headwind. However, after about 20 miles, we're both pretty pooped, so we use
> the eco mode as a "get home" assist.
As you say, with the power off 'they are 47lb comfort bikes'. I can't
help thinking that with the level of fitness you now have, you'd be
able to ride 20 miles at 11mph quite comfortably on a normal bike and
still have plenty of energy left to get home.
Still, they work for you and you're enjoying them so keep it up!
Regards,
Mike
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